Flying from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG): what you need to know
The timezone in Hong Kong is UTC+8, which is seven hours ahead of Basel.
Your BSL to HKG flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from EuroAirport Swiss to Hong Kong International Airport. These are the top stopovers between BSL and HKG:
Franz Josef Strauss Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
$994 is currently the lowest price for a one-way EuroAirport Swiss to Hong Kong International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,119. These fares may change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from BSL to HKG. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Hong Kong International Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from BSL to HKG is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Hong Kong International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
Of the flights that depart from EuroAirport Swiss, 76.48% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Basel to EuroAirport Swiss is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to BSL? If you're boarding an early flight from EuroAirport Swiss to Hong Kong International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an EuroAirport Swiss to Hong Kong International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near HKG instead:
Getting from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to central Hong Kong
The address for HKG is 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
Hong Kong International Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Hong Kong. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
April is the most popular month for flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Hong Kong International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Hong Kong in April.
The warmest month in Hong Kong is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Hong Kong International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BSL to HKG sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of China
You've visited Hong Kong, now it's time to explore more of China. Journey around 129 kilometres north-west to Guangzhou to tick off its top sights. From Canton Tower to Yuexiu Park and Chen Clan Ancestral Hall, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Shenzhen is another sought-after destination in China and is around 27 kilometres north-west of Hong Kong. No trip is complete without visiting Window of the World, Dafen Oil Painting Village and Shenzhen Museum of Contemporary Art and Urban Planning.